7 days in Rio de Janeiro, Florianopolis & Paraty Itinerary

On the 3rd (Sat), make a trip to Escadaria Selaron. Here are some ideas for day two: don't miss a visit to Centro Cultural Municipal Parque das Ruinas, then make a trip to Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Praia de Ipanema, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Copacabana Beach.

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Atlanta, USA to Rio de Janeiro is an approximately 12.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 2 hours traveling from Atlanta to Rio de Janeiro. When traveling from Atlanta in June, plan for slightly colder days in Rio de Janeiro, with highs around 79°F, while nights are about the same with lows around 67°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Mon) so you can fly to Florianopolis.

Kick off your visit on the 6th (Tue): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Paroquia Santo Antonio, wander the streets of Santo Antonio de Lisboa, and then don't miss a visit to Ciclovia Beira Mar Norte.

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Traveling by flight from Rio de Janeiro to Florianopolis takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Prepare for a bit cooler weather when traveling from Rio de Janeiro in June: high temperatures in Florianopolis hover around 69°F and lows are around 57°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Wed) early enough to travel to Paraty.

On the 7th (Wed), get some thrills on the water with a speed boat tour and then take a stroll through Centro Historico. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 8th (Thu): kick back and relax at Meio Beach, then stroll through Praia do Cachadaco, then witness a stunning natural landmark at Piscina Natural da Caixa d'Aco, and finally take in the exciting artwork at Galeria Aecio Sarti.

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Do a combination of flight and bus from Florianopolis to Paraty in 8.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.